Today's Calendar

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Friday, October 14, 2016 12:00 pm

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Today, Oct. 15

ARLINGTON

Children's Halloween party: American Legion Post 69, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Children up to 12 are welcome. Arts and crafts, games, music, snacks will be available. Hosted by American Legion Auxiliary Unit 69. Call 802-375-6157 for more information.

BENNINGTON

College open house: Southern Vermont College, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged and can be done online at svc.edu/visit. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at 802-447-6300 or admissions@svc.edu. If unable to attend one of the Open Houses, individuals are encouraged to schedule a personalized visit thought svc.edu/visit.

Apple pie competition: Bennington Farmers' Market, at the River Walk on Depot Street in Bennington. Bakers from throughout the area are invited to enter their best apple pie to be judged by local food professionals. All entries must be homemade and use local apples. Pies will be judged on the quality of the crust, the flavor of the filling and overall appearance. First, second and third place prize ribbons will be awarded. Sign up to compete at the Bennington Farmers' Market manager's tent during regular Saturday market hours, 10 a.m. till 1 p.m. Entries will be accepted until noon on Oct. 15. Questions may be directed to Audrey Pietrucha, 802-733-6981 or through email at vermontvanilla@gmail.com.

Community day: From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. admission to the Bennington Museum is free for all visitors. At 3 p.m. join with artist Leslie Parke in the Regional Artists Gallery for an artist's reception celebrating her exhibition "Particle/Wave: Photographs by Leslie Parke."

DORSET

Rummage sale: Dorset Church, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Outside sale at 8:30 a.m. The church located at 143 Church St. right off Route 30 and the Dorset Green. Call 867-2260 for any additional information.

Home tour: Elise and Rob Redmond are graciously opening their home, "Point O' View," in Manchester Village for exclusive house tours as a benefit event for the Manchester Historical Society. Their 10 bedroom home with additional service housing is available for you to see via pre-purchased tickets. All proceeds will support MHS as it continues to collect, preserve, interpret and present the story of Manchester. Limited to 15 people in each hour-long accompanied tour at 1 p.m., 2 or 3. Tickets are available to purchase at $50 each by contacting info@manchesterhistoricalsocietyvt.org or calling (802) 549-4582.

Chicken pie supper: The First Baptist Church of Manchester is holding its annual Chicken Pie Supper at 6 p.m. and invites the community to attend. A donation of $12 for adults and $5 for children 8 and under is requested. Reservations may be made by calling Martha Thompson at 802-362-3473.

Music: The Village School of North Bennington invites the community to join us for "Moonlight Merriment — An Evening of Big Band Music, Fine Food and Good Cheer!" This fundraising event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 at the Park McCullough Carriage Barn. Tickets are $25 each and should be purchased in advance from Powers Market in North Bennington, the Bennington Bookshop, the Village School of North Bennington, or online via PayPal (accepts most credit cards). To purchase online, please click on the Moonlight Merriment button at vsnb.org. For more information, call 802 442-5955.

Tales for Tots: This growing group meets every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the McCullough Free Library for stories, games, songs and occasional crafts. All ages are welcome.

Rockwell talk: The Bennington Historical Society will host Don Trachte at 2 p.m. He'll talk about his experience of discovering an original Norman Rockwell painting behind a secret wall in his father's house in Sandgate. Called "Breaking Home Ties" it was voted the second most popular image in the magazine's history, and was on the cover of the Saturday Evening Post on Sept. 25, 1954. Trachte purchased the painting from Norman Rockwell for $900. The meeting is at the Bennington Museum in the Ada Paresky Education Center. Admission is free.

Legion bingo: Bingo at American Legion Post 13 is held every Sunday. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; bingo starts at 6 p.m. No one under 14 admitted.

Jazz at South Street cafe: Come to South Street Cafe for Jazz Brunch with Banulis and Miller. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jam session open to additional artists from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Irish music sessions: A gathering of musicians for the purpose of celebrating a common interest in the traditional music of Ireland and Scotland by playing it together in a relaxed, informal setting. Every Sunday at The Publyk House from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., free to the public.

Monday, Oct. 17

BENNINGTON

Bennington Free Clinic Monday hours: The Bennington Free Clinic will be open from 10 a.m. to noon at the First Baptist Church, 601 Main St. Call for an appointment, 802-447-3700. Drop-ins will not be seen.

Elks hosts bingo: Every Monday, the Bennington Elks hosts bingo at the Bennington Elks, 125 Washington Ave. There will be a $1,000 jackpot and 31 games for $13. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 7 p.m.

Meetings at Turning Point Center: All Recovery; a support group that welcomes people on all pathways to recovery. It is a facilitated topic-discussion meeting with the focus on recovery, 4 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous at 5:30 p.m. Al-Anon Beginners at 6:30 p.m. Al-Anon at 7 p.m., for anyone whose life is affected by someone else's drinking or substance abuse, free, anonymous, confidential.

Coloring and Zentangle: De-stress at Cheney Library at 5 pm with Coloring and Zentangle. Zentangle is a creative art form where all you need is paper, pencil and pen. Drawings can be turned into art designs. Your stress will also be reduced with Zentangle and your focus improved. Zentangle can be done by almost any age ... children, teens and adults. Cheney Library supplies the sturdy paper and the Micron pens; you supply the imagination.

MANCHESTER

Potluck lunch: The Northshire Seniors invite everyone to come to our potluck lunch and teacup auction at St. Paul's Catholic Church at noon. Everyone over 55 is welcome to join us.

Tuesday, Oct. 18

Myeloma support: The Southern Vermont Myeloma Support Network (including eastern New York state and the northern Berkshires in Mass.) will hold a support group meeting from 6 p.m. to 8 in the Community Resource Room at the SVMC Regional Cancer Center. We utilize the "Difficult Conversations Workbook: Finding a Path through Illness," an interactive toolkit produced by the Center for Communication in Medicine Speak Sooner initiative. Interested patients with blood diseases, caregivers, family members and friends are encouraged to join us. For more information, please contact Jan Martin Bopp, support group leader, at 802-375-5494 or svt@imfsupport.org .

Story night: Tap House, 309 County Street, seating at 7 p.m. Everyone has a story to tell. Inspired by Moth radio hour on NPR. Contact Forest Byrd at forest.byrd@gmail.com for more information.

Grief support group: A confidential and free grief support group for any parent living with the death of a child (any age), meets every third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m., at the Second Congregational Church on Hillside Road. For information, call 802-688-4557.

Thrift store hours: Bygone Boutique, located in the rear of the Seventh-day Adventist Church on Houghton Lane, is open from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. All proceeds go directly to the operating budget of Forrest Ward School.

Bennington Celebrate Recovery: A Christ-centered 12-step recovery program, find healing from hurts, hangups and habits. Group meets Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Every third Tuesday is a potluck/meeting at 6 p.m. Held at 115 Hillside St. at the Second Congregational Church. For more information, contact Peter Grimes at 518-677-5414 or Christa Jan Ryan at 631-559-1594.

Meetings at Turning Point Center: Women's self-esteem group, 11 a.m; Meditation group, 5 p.m.; Hand in Hand recovery meeting, a facilitated meeting where family members in recovery come together with persons in recovery from substance abuse.

Gentle Yoga for Cancer Survivors: The Cancer Center sponsors free Gentle Yoga for Cancer Survivors weekly, Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., in Conference Room C, at SVMC. You can join at any time and at any stage in your treatment or recovery regime. For more information, please call Jane Schaeffer, 802-447-0393 or go to www.benningtonyoga.com.

HOOSICK FALLS, N.Y.

Foliage hike: 4 p.m. Come enjoy the colors of fall on the Battle Loop Trail. Light refreshments will be available at the conclusion of the hike. Free and open to the public. Hikers will meet at the main hilltop parking area of Bennington Battlefield on Route 67.

Story time at Cheney Library: Cheney Library will have story time for preschoolers and their caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. There will be crafts and snacks.

MANCHESTER

Talk on Scalia: Green Mountain Academy will host a talk about Antonin Scalia with Albany Law School Professor Vincent Bonventre at 5:30 p.m. in Burr and Burton Academy's Hunter Seminar Room. Registration is $15 in advance or $20 at the door. For more information or to register, please call 802-867-0111 or visit our website at greenmtnacademy.org.

Cookbook group: The "Cook by the Book" Discussion Group will meet at 2 p.m. at the Manchester Community Library. Cookbook enthusiasts discuss their favorite cookbooks and learn about new books and cooking trends. The group meets monthly and is led by Lily Van Haverbeke. Sandy Kraehling, chef and owner of Pan Latin Catering & Bake VT, will be joining the group this month to discuss her career as a chef, describing her food food style and inspiration for her unique and delicious Latin food. Participation is free and open to the public.

Buddhist meditation and teachings: Buddhist meditation and teachings will be offered by Roger Guest every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Call Harda at 802-447-7065 with any questions.

Yoga classes: Manchester Parks and Recreation Department. Classes are designed for all levels of yoga and includes meditation, breathing techniques, and postures on the mat. Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the Activity Room at the Park House at the Dana Thompson Memorial Park. Class fees are $10.00 or purchase a package of 6 classes for $50.00. Mats are available and drop-ins are welcome. For more information please contact MPR at 802-362-1439.

Wednesday, Oct. 19

BENNINGTON

Power nap: On Wednesdays from noon to 12:30 p.m., Susan Beal will offer a short lunchtime Yoga Nidra session to recharge your batteries at The Yoga Place. Attendees can be in and out in half-an-hour, power nap style, for a $5 donation. For more info: 802-447-0393 or www.benningtonyoga.com.

Battlefield book discussion: Brown's Walloomsac Taproom in North Hoosick, 4 p.m. Bennington Battlefield Book Discussion Group will discuss more of Philip Lord's, "War Over Walloomscoick: Land Use and Settlement Pattern on the Bennington Battlefield —1777." Contact Historic Site Assistant David Pitlyk at 518-860-9094 or by e-mail at david.pitlyk@parks.ny.gov for information on how to obtain this publication free of charge online. Free and open to the public, RSVP suggested.

MANCHESTER

Vermont reads: Pick up a copy of the Vermont Reads book, "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World," by Jennifer Armstrong at the Manchester Community Library and join the book discussion at the Equinox Village, 49 Maple St. in Manchester Center at 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Support group: For anyone living with any type of loss due to a death. The first and third Wednesday of every month at 2 pm, Manchester Library. For more information contact Beth Newman at 802-688-4557 or bnewman@bayada.com

NORTH BENNINGTON

Safe internet for seniors: 10 a.m. at McCullough Free Library. Join us for the newest, hands-on program from the Council of Vermont Elders (COVE)! Learn about common internet scams, computer viruses, malware and other suspicious electronic happenings. This presentation is led by COVE, the Consumer Assistance Program of the Vermont Attorney General's Office and Digi4s Computer Service and is funded by FairPoint Communications and Google. RSVP in person at the library or at mclibrary@comcast.net.

Thursday, Oct. 20

ARLINGTON

College finance workshop: Changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or the FAFSA, are here. Find out what it means for your financial aid plans at a Paying for College workshop, hosted by Vermont Student Assistance Corp. The workshop, which is free and open to the public, will provide parents and students with information on the new filing dates for the FAFSA and applying for a Vermont State Grant. Arlington Memorial High School. If you cannot attend the session at your local high school, consider attending one in at a nearby school. A complete schedule is available at www.vsac.org/schedule. To watch a pre-recorded version, visit http://vsacroadmaps.org/online-presentations.

Bennington Free Clinic hours: The Bennington Free Clinic is held each Thursday at 6 p.m., for uninsured people 18 years of age or older, in the First Baptist Church at 601 Main St. Please call 802-447-3700 for an appointment.

Monarch presentation: One World Conservation Center, Third Thursday Series — Peggy Farabaugh — A Forest For Monarchs, 7 p.m.

Blood Drive: Southern Vermont College, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Everett Mansion's Burgdorff Gallery. Donors are required to be at least 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds. For more information or to volunteer at the Blood Drive, contact SVC's Civic Engagement Coordinator Maria Francese at 802-447-6328 or mfrancese@svc.edu. Individuals may also contact the American Red Cross directly at 800-RED-CROSS or redcrossblood.org to sign up to donate blood. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Live music at South Street cafe: Come to South Street Cafe for live music(Funk & Jazz Music with That Strange) for your lunch hour, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Thrift store hours: Bygone Boutique, located in the rear of the Seventh-day Adventist Church on Houghton Lane, is open from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. All proceeds go directly to the operating budget of Forrest Ward School.

Meetings at Turning Point Center: All Recovery meeting, 11 a.m. Making Recovery Easier meeting, 4 p.m., this is a 6-week series of workshops for those new to recovery or for those who have struggled with the recovery process. It helps people to better understand and get the most out of 12-step meetings. A certification of completion is awarded for completing the series; Codependents Anonymous 6 p.m.

Friends of battlefield: 2 p.m. Join the Friends of Bennington Battlefield for their October meeting to discuss issues and make plans relating to the group and the battlefield. The event is free and open to the public. RSVP suggested. Contact Historic Site Assistant David Pitlyk at 518-860-9094 or by e-mail at david.pitlyk@parks.ny.gov. The meeting will be held in the Barnett House located off Route 67 at 30 Caretakers Rd.

Long Trail: Green Mountain Academy will present a talk about The Long Trail with H. Lee Allen, professor emeritus of North Carolina State University. 5:30 p.m. in Burr and Burton Academy's Hunter Seminar Room. Registration is $15 in advance or $20 at the door. For more information or to register, please call 802-867-0111 or visit our website at greenmtnacademy.org.

NORTH BENNINGTON

Fall Crafternoon: Come to McCullough Free Library to show off your creativity and enjoy a yummy fall snack from 3 p.m. to 5. The craft will be set up for children to create a foil printed fall tree while enjoying some fall apples from a local orchard.

Food Shelf Hours: The Food Shelf at the North Bennington Baptist Church is open the last Thursday of every month from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Yarncrafting Club: Every Thursday from 1 p.m. to 6 at McCullough Free Library. Bring your own knitting and crochet materials or help yourself to ours, including yarn from our free bin.

POWNAL

Turkey supper: The Pownal United Methodist Church will be serving its annual Turkey Supper at 5 p.m. with continuous serving. The menu includes: Roast turkey, dressing, gravy, mashed potatoes, winter squash, cranberry sauce, rolls, coffee, tea and lemonade, and apple, pumpkin, mince, or raspberry pie with cheese. Tickets available at the door: Eat in: $12 for adults, $6 for children 4-10 years, and free for children 3 years and under. Take-outs available at south side entrance: $12 for adults and $6 for 1/2 portion dinner. Questions, contact Mary Louise at 802-823-7769.

Bingo: The American Legion Post 90 in Pownal will host bingo at 5 p.m. Bingo begins at 6:30 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 21

BENNINGTON

Dance circle: All are welcome at Nataraja, a monthly gathering for the local dance community, 7 p.m. to 8:30 at The Yoga Place. Please call 802-442-5331 for more information.

Chorus fundraiser: Mt. Anthony Music Parents Association will be holding a Bag2School fundraiser to help support band and chorus students with their music activities this year. MAMPA gets paid by the pound for clothing, shoes, bags, belts, blankets, sheets, etc. Please no comforters or stuffed animals. There will be a Bag2School truck at Mt. Anthony High School to collect your donations at 5 p.m. If you have any donations, please contact jenneastman@hotmail.com.

Live music: The string and vocal trio, Low Lily, will be at the Meetinghouse Café at 8 p.m. in the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bennington, 108 School St. Tickets are $15; $10 for students.

Meetings at Turning Point Center: All Recovery meeting, 4 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous, 5:30 p.m. Dual recovery, for those who experience both chemical dependency and an emotional or psychiatric illness, 5:30 p.m.

HOOSICK FALLS, N.Y.

Battlefield tour: Tour the main areas of interest in the first engagement of the Battle of Bennington. Some driving AND walking is required. The event is free and open to the public. Participants will meet at the main hilltop parking area of Bennington Battlefield on Route 67. Tour is 4 p.m. to 6.

Cocoa and coloring: McCullough Free Library, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Join your neighbors for a cup of cocoa and meditative adult coloring activities. All materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own coloring book if you'd like.

Saturday, Oct. 22

BENNINGTON

Homeless fundraiser: The Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless will be hosting its annual Take a Bite Out of Homelessness Gala from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. BCCH will host dinner and dancing at the Hubbell Homestead at Colgate Park. Full course dinner, live performances by Nicki Skipper, Julie Shea, and Beard & Glasses featuring Sam Clement, cash bar by JC's Tavern, and a Silent and Live Auction. All proceeds benefit the Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless.

PAVE fundraiser: Project Against Violent Encounters (PAVE) will be holding a "Wine and Food Pairing" event and silent auction at Bennington College at 6 p.m. to commemorate its 35th anniversary. PAVE is a local non-profit organization dedicated to ending sexual and domestic violence and providing services to survivors. To purchase tickets to this event, please call 802-442-2370 or visit pavebennington.com.

MANCHESTER

Free concert: The Manchester Community Library is pleased to present "Music From The Shelves," a free family concert performed by the Taconic Chamber Players at 10:30 a.m. in the Children's Barn. No library card is required to visit or attend this or any free program held at the Library; all are welcome. For more information, please call 802 362-2607.

NORTH BENNINGTON

Tales for Tots: This growing group meets every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the McCullough Free Library for stories, games, songs and occasional crafts. All ages are welcome.

Sunday, Oct. 23

ARLINGTON

History talk: Bill Budde, curator of The Russell Vermontiana Collection, will explore the history and contents of the collection. The talk will be held in the Sandgate meeting room of the Martha Canfield Library at 2 p.m. For more information visit the library's website at www.marthacanfieldlibrary.org or call 802-375-6153.

BENNINGTON

Documentary screening: Screening of the documentary film "All of Me" will play at 7 p.m. at the Bennington Free Library. Tickets $12 at the door. For more information go to www.kingdomcounty.org

Legion bingo: Bingo at American Legion Post 13 is held every Sunday. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; bingo starts at 6 p.m. No one under 14 admitted.

Jazz at South Street cafe: Come to South Street Cafe for Jazz Brunch with Banulis and Miller. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jam session open to additional artists from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Irish music sessions: A gathering of musicians for the purpose of celebrating a common interest in the traditional music of Ireland and Scotland by playing it together in a relaxed, informal setting. Every Sunday at The Publyk House from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., free to the public.

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